Digging a Little Deeper: What is Sandboxr?

We made Sandboxr for you. Virtually anyone of any age can easily customize and 3D print their favorite game characters. You can change poses, manipulate facial expressions, add accessories, interact with other characters, -anything else your imagination may come up with. Once you're happy with your virtual creation, you can order a personalized 3D print of it. Its that simple! A platform for everyone—from professional artists and game developers to amateur video game fans.

Part 1: App

Traditionally, 3D design is expensive, highly-complex, and comes with a steep learning curve. The majority of people out there just do not have access to the necessary expertise. We’re here to change that. 3D design and animation are fun, and we’ve found a way to make them easy enough for even young kids to enjoy—and we think their technologically-challenged parents just might have some fun, too.

We could try to explain how this all works, but it’s so much cooler to just show it. Keep in mind this is not an animation or a prototype. It’s real, it’s working, and it’s a ton of fun. Enjoy!

Part 2: Printing

3D printing is one of the coolest technologies on the planet, but it can be a little difficult to understand at first. We like to describe 3D printing as “custom manufacturing,” which means you get a physical, one-of-a-kind object in your hands when you're done.

NOTE: You can start ordering 3D prints once our Kickstarter campaign has ended.

The Sandboxr Experience for Brands and Artists:

Yep, Sandboxr is also a merchandising platform, enabling artists and brands to market their 3D artwork, content, and characters to the world. In Sandboxr, content creators have control over how their storefront is branded and how their art is used and printed. If you’re a content creator, learn how Sandboxr can help you deliver your 3D art to the masses.

(By the way, if you haven't checked out Supervillain Studios' Tower Wars, you are doing yourself a great disservice, my good sir or madam! We have printed a ton of content from that game and it looks spectacular. You can check out their stuff here: Tower Wars, Supervillain Studios)

“Can I Log On and Use Sandboxr Now?”

To date we have only allowed content creators into our Sandboxr app, but with the launch of our Kickstarter campaign we are opening it up to Kickstarter backers like you.

Starting in April all Kickstarter backers will have access to Sandboxr. This will be a super exciting stage because it’s when we give general users access to the app for the very first time. You won’t have to be a content creator or a professional 3D artist to benefit, just be a Kickstarter backer to guarantee your access to Sandboxr before anyone else. Kickstarter backers and invited content creators will have access a few months before we move to our next release phase scheduled for mid-year 2013.

Why a Kickstarter Campaign?

We know that even if we had the most mind-blowing 3D app (which, of course, we believe we do), without enough printers to manufacture all of your amazing creations the Sandboxr experience would suffer. We know you’ll want to own your creations right away, and we are committed to bringing those creations to your door without delay. The challenge for Sandboxr is to keep up with your demand, and in order for us to do that we need more printers.

The printers that facilitate the Sandboxr experience are the world's leading commercial-grade, full-color 3D printers… and dude, they are expensive! With Kickstarter funding we will be able to acquire at least one more full-color 3D printer (and hopefully many more!). This will help us handle the inevitable demand created just from our Kickstarter campaign. As we approach—and hopefully surpass—our initial goal, we’ll keep you updated with exciting stretch goals. The more we raise, the better we can serve the future Sandboxr community.

This is your chance: whether you just want to get in and play with the app, or you want to be one of the first people in the world to receive a Sandboxr 3D print, we have a pledge for you. It’s time to get back in the sandbox!

Our Team

Sandboxr is made up of a small group of talented and dedicated designers, programmers and business professionals based in Salt Lake City, Utah and headed by Berkley Frei, TJ Young, and Nick Schulz.

Risks and challenges

Sandboxr has been in development for over three years with a top-notch production staff. Operational protocols and business practices are set in place to accommodate our rapid but steady growth. With your support, Sandboxr will be able to acquire the necessary equipment and supplies to accommodate worldwide orders at an unprecedented rate.

However, as we acquire more 3D printers we can foresee the following risks and challenges:

1. Delivery of printers delayed: Industrial size 3D printers are expensive to manufacture, and as such there can be lengthy waiting times before they can be shipped. We have made arrangements with our providers establishing acquisition timelines for all supplies and materials necessary to accommodate anticipated Kickstarter orders.

2. Delay in installation and setup: We have a well-trained technical staff and do not anticipate delays due to installation issues. If there are unforeseen technical delays with installation of new machinery and software, or with the training of additional staff, they will be dealt with immediately.

3. Manufacturing and distribution delays: The process of creating 3D prints, from order to delivery, may be delayed. We have a sound ramp up strategy, and although we do not anticipate delays, any distribution times longer than the norm would be temporary, and handled immediately.

FAQ

Rewards

Pledge $5 or more

LONE WOLF AND CUB: Get exclusive, early access to the Sandboxr web app for yourself and a friend! Be among the first in the world to design custom creations with Sandboxr!

Estimated delivery:Apr 2013

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MOBILE LONE WOLF AND CUB: Get exclusive, early access to the Sandboxr web app AND the Sandboxr mobile app for yourself and a friend! Be among the first in the world to design custom creations anywhere, anytime with Sandboxr!

Estimated delivery:Apr 2013

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THE EXTRA LIVES PARTY PACK: Get exclusive, early access to the Sandboxr web app and the Sandboxr mobile app for yourself and 3 friends! Be among the first in the world to make custom creations anywhere, anytime with Sandboxr!

Estimated delivery:Apr 2013

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THE WELLS PACK: Your custom creation 3D printed at 3 inches. Also includes: Priority 1 in our print queue, The Extra Lives Party Pack, and Free shipping within the US. Be among the first in the world to have your Sandboxr custom print delivered to your door! (Package valued at $44.95)

Estimated delivery:May 2013

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THE ORWELL PACK: Your custom creation 3D printed at 3 inches. Also includes: Priority 2 in our print queue, The Extra Lives Party Pack, and Free Shipping in the US. Be among the first in the world to have your Sandboxr custom print delivered to your door! (Package valued at $44.95)

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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THE BRADBURY PACK: Your custom creation 3D printed at 3 inches. Also includes: Priority 3 in our print queue, The Extra Lives Party Pack, and Free Shipping in the US. Be among the first in the world to have your Sandboxr custom print delivered to your door! (Package valued at $44.95)

Estimated delivery:Jul 2013

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THE ASIMOV PACK: Your custom creation 3D printed at 3 inches. Also includes: The Extra Lives Party Pack and Free Shipping in the US. (Package valued at $44.95)

Estimated delivery:Aug 2013

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THE SUPERVILLAIN SPECIAL: Get the entire library of Supervillain Studios digital content to use in your creations, including games like “Tower Wars” and “Order Up!”

Also includes: Extra Lives Party Pack.

Estimated delivery:May 2013

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COMBO MEAL 1 (The Wells Pack + The Supervillain Special): Your custom creation 3D printed at 3 inches. Also includes: Priority 1 in our print queue, The Extra Lives Party Pack, the entire library of Supervillain Studios digital content to use in your creations, including games like "Tower Wars", "Order Up!!", etc., and Free Shipping within the US. (Package valued at $85.95)

Estimated delivery:May 2013

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COMBO MEAL 2 (The Orwell Pack + The Supervillain Special): Your custom creation 3D printed at 3 inches. Also includes: Priority 2 in our print queue, The Extra Lives Party Pack, the entire library of Supervillain Studios digital content to use in your creations, including games like "Tower Wars", "Order Up!!", etc., and Free Shipping within the US. (Package valued at $85.95)

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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COMBO MEAL 3 (The Bradbury Pack + The Supervillain Special): Your custom creation 3D printed at 3 inches. Also includes: Priority 3 in our print queue, The Extra Lives Party Pack, the entire library of Supervillain Studios digital content to use in your creations, including games like "Tower Wars", "Order Up!!", etc., and Free Shipping within the US. (Package valued at $85.95)

Estimated delivery:Jul 2013

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4 backers

COMBO MEAL 4 (The Azimov Pack + The Supervillain Special): Your custom creation 3D printed at 3 inches. Also includes: The Extra Lives Party Pack, the entire library of Supervillain Studios digital content to use in your creations, including games like "Tower Wars", "Order Up!!", etc., and Free Shipping within the US. (Package valued at $85.95)

Estimated delivery:Aug 2013

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SANDBOXR EXPORTR: For one year, when you create with Sandboxr, you can EXPORT your file in a standard 3D printing format (STL or similar, up to 20 free exports per month) -so you can print it until your heart’s content on your own desktop 3D printer (some restrictions apply).

Estimated delivery:Jun 2013

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21 backers
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SANDBOXR BFF: Get three separate custom 3D prints at the 3” size, The Extra Lives Party Pack, and Priority 1 for Life! Whenever you print with Sandboxr, you get to “cut in line” in the print queue and your creations will be printed within 2 weeks of placing your order! Also Includes: Neon Sandboxr friendship bracelet! because we are best friends forever! (Retail value: …priceless!)

Estimated delivery:May 2013

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POW PACK: Here’s your chance to get guaranteed access to any and all of the digital content that is brought into the Sandboxr platform for the next 12 months. That’s right, anything that is already for sale in our library AND anything that will be for sale in our library in the next 12 months is at your mercy! Think of the possibilities! Also includes: Extra Lives Party Pack, Sandboxr BFF.

Estimated delivery:May 2013

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FEATURED BRAND PACK: We will feature your content in the forefront of the user shopping experience to showcase your artwork. For one week your content will be prominently displayed in the featured category of our “Find Parts” screen within our web UI and our app, tempting users to give into the glory of your artwork and make it their own. Week selection will be first come first serve, beginning the week of July 1st 2013. Also includes: Extra Lives Party Pack, Sandboxr BFF.

Estimated delivery:Jul 2013

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GEPPETTO: You get to work with our team of talented 3D artists to create your very own character. Make your vision come to life in your own fully rigged and animated character. Pose, mix, morph, and blend your character as you see fit. This character is all yours. You own the digital rights to it and can sell it on your Sandboxr storefront. Also includes: Extra Lives Party Pack, Sandboxr BFF, and $500 Sandboxr credit towards future purchases and prints.

Estimated delivery:May 2013

Funding period

Mar 12, 2013 - Apr 11, 2013
(30 days)

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